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As the sun sets over Prague, the city transforms into a labyrinth of shadow and secrets where the ordinary becomes terrifyingly strange. In this haunting stop-motion animated anthology, loneliness seeps through every frame, weaving tales of a man who sews a stranger’s ear onto his own, a wish-granting genie lurking in Žižkov with twisted intentions, and a time loop that traps its victim in an endless, suffocating night. Directed by Jan Balej, master of eerie puppetry, each vignette drips with unsettling atmosphere, blending dark humor with profound existential dread. One Night in a City is a slow-burn descent into the subconscious, where the familiar streets hide malevolent forces and every shadow seems to whisper your name. For those who dare to wander, this night will not let you go.
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What is One Night in a City about?
As the sun sets over Prague, the city transforms into a labyrinth of shadow and secrets where the ordinary becomes terrifyingly strange. In this haunting stop-motion animated anthology, loneliness seeps through every frame, weaving tales of a man who sews a stranger's ear onto his...
When was One Night in a City released?
One Night in a City was released in 2007.
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User Reviews
“The animation is hypnotic, and the atmosphere is thick with unease. I loved how each story twisted the mundane into the uncanny. It's not jump scares, but a slow crawl under your skin. Some parts dragged, but the sheer artistry kept me glued.”
“Visually stunning and undeniably creepy, but for me, the pacing was a bit uneven. The genie story was a highlight, though. It's one of those films where you admire the craft more than you're actually scared. Still, worth a watch for animation fans.”
“I appreciate how it delves into loneliness, which is a horror in itself. The ear-sewing vignette really got under my skin. It felt like a fever dream. But I wish some stories had more closure. It left me thinking, which is rare.”
“The stop-motion is incredible, no doubt, but the narrative felt fragmented and distant. I struggled to connect emotionally. Maybe I expected more horror, but it's more philosophical. Not my cup of tea, but I can see why others enjoy it.”
